Support Worker - Dumbarton

Are you an experienced Support Worker looking to make a real difference and help individuals with learning disabilities achieve their goals? If you are keen for a fresh challenge then we want to hear from you!

Our fabulous #TeamBaxter is on the lookout for caring and motivating *female colleagues with great chat to join their team as a Support Practitioner on a permanent basis. We have 16 to 39 hour contracts available.

We have our own Training Academy that'll give you all the skills you'll need. We'll fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and your yearly SSSC registration fee!

The Role

Situated in Dumbarton, Baxter View is a purpose build facility that provides support to 8 individuals with complex needs and support in their own flats. This is an exciting, varied role, where no two days are the same!

As a Support Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals with all aspects of daily living, including cooking, support to activities and appointments, managing personal finances, assisting with medication and personal care. You'll take an active interest in their hobbies and interests which include exploring new locations, going for walks, listening to music and taking part in arts and crafts. With your guidance and care, you'll help the people we support be an active member of their local community. Our team provides 1:1 support to empower individuals to make choices, promote their independence and live a valued life.

It would be great if you had a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle, however, this isn't a deal breaker!

All we need you to bring is;

• Experience in providing care
• A caring and compassionate attitude and approach
• The ability to work well in a team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Confidence in the use of computers

Shift Patterns

Typically, morning shifts start is 0800 hours and our back-shifts finish between 2000 and 2200 hours. Shift times can vary due to responsibilities and events and will include weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.

We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible so reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Susan Morrison on 07790929555.

We are looking to fill this vacancy as soon as possible and reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy. If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us.

*For this position, female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.